Get a lower stormwater utility fee

You can reduce your stormwater utility fee by:

• Up to 45% if you live in a Green Zone
• Up to 35% if you live outside a Green Zone

See if you live in a Green Zone

If you are a residential property owner, you can

• Reduce the amount of pollution that flows into our creeks, lakes and the river.
• Earn monthly credits by removing pollutants from stormwater that falls on your property.
• Reduce your monthly stormwater utility fee by up to 45% in a Green Zone or 35% outside a Green Zone by installing raingarden or pervious pavement.

Check if you're eligible

You are eligible for quality stormwater credits if you install a:

• Raingarden
• Pervious pavement
• Green roof, or
• Stormwater reuse (rain barrels are not eligible)

Note: You must install them according to Best Management Practices (BMPs)

Learn about these BMPs

Learn how to build and maintain a raingarden

Your practices must

• Be implemented on your property, not in the right-of-way
• Treat stormwater runoff from impervious areas on your own property

Award amounts

• 35% flat rate
• 45% flat rate within Green Zones

How to apply

You must include all required materials with your application

• The application period is open from May 1st through October 1st.
• To be eligible for a credit, submit a complete application during this time frame.
• The City may extend the application period based on weather conditions.

Apply for residential stormwater credit